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Shanghai CMEF 2026 | Qualtech welcomes you to meet our experts – April 2026

Shanghai CMEF 2026 | Qualtech welcomes you to meet our experts – April 2026

  • 2026-03-20 06:20:35

Meet us at CMEF 2026 in Shanghai to explore full lifecycle compliance services, integrated clinical trial capabilities, and streamlined global registration solutions. With local regulatory connections and multidisciplinary expert support, we offer on-site consultation and personalized guidance.

Visit our booth and book a one-on-one session in advance to plan your market access strategy!

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Thailand: Malaysia MDA - Thai FDA Pilot Project - January/February 2026

Thailand: Malaysia MDA - Thai FDA Pilot Project - January/February 2026

  • 2026-02-26 07:44:34

The Thai Food and Drug Administration (Thai FDA) and the Medical Device Authority (MDA) of Malaysia have initiated the Pilot Reliance Project, a joint effort to facilitate medical device registration by recognizing each othe's regulatory approvals. The pilot project is effective from February 2026 until 30 April 2026.

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Thailand: Recommendations on Applicable Standards for Active Medical Device Registration in Thailand – January/February 2026

Thailand: Recommendations on Applicable Standards for Active Medical Device Registration in Thailand – January/February 2026

  • 2026-02-25 04:43:48

Thai FDA has provided recommendations on applicable international standards for particular types of active medical devices to support medical device registration in Thailand. These standards are presented as advisory references only and are intended to assist the registrants in preparing relevant test reports in accordance with the ASEAN Common Submission Template Dossier (CSDT).

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Thailand: Updated Thai FDA Announcement on Medical Device Labeling and IFU Requirements (2025) – December 2025/January 2026

Thailand: Updated Thai FDA Announcement on Medical Device Labeling and IFU Requirements (2025) – December 2025/January 2026

  • 2026-01-30 07:13:08

Thailand has updated its medical device labeling and IFU regulation, which will take effect on June 20, 2026. The new regulations expand the scope to include Software as Medical Device (SaMD), reusable surgical and dental instruments, and medical device accessories. Manufacturers and Importers are granted transition period until June 20, 2028, to transition from the 2020 requirements to the new 2025 requirements. Medical device companies marketing products in Thailand must update their labeling and IFU to comply with this updated announcement by the enforcement deadline.

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Australia: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Transforming Australian Healthcare – October/November 2025

Australia: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Transforming Australian Healthcare – October/November 2025

  • 2025-11-26 08:01:00

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming healthcare in Australia, offering innovative solutions to meet the growing demands of an aging population and chronic disease management. With the AI healthcare market projected to reach AUD 1.78 billion by 2030, AI's potential to enhance early diagnosis and optimize treatments is substantial. Despite challenges like data fragmentation and regulatory complexities, AI is set to revolutionize healthcare delivery across the country.

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QT Activity: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update 2025 Webinar Recap Part 1: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam – October/November 2025

QT Activity: Southeast Asia Medical Device Compliance Update 2025 Webinar Recap Part 1: Indonesia, Thailand & Vietnam – October/November 2025

  • 2025-11-26 07:23:46

This article summarizes key insights from Qualtech's 2025 ASEAN regulatory webinar, highlighting major updates in Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam. The recap covers changes in retail rules, procurement, halal enforcement, reliance pathways and registration procedures, reflecting how these markets are streamlining medical device approvals and improving regional market access.

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Thailand: Recent Crackdown by Thai FDA on Unauthorized Contact Lens Importation – September/October 2025

Thailand: Recent Crackdown by Thai FDA on Unauthorized Contact Lens Importation – September/October 2025

  • 2025-10-27 03:54:41

The Thai FDA joined forces with the CPPD Police raided a warehouse in Samut Prakan Province and discovered it was a source of illegally imported contact lenses and other health products. Over 114,000 items worth more than 11 million baht were seized. This operation highlights the Thai FDA's ongoing efforts to protect consumers from unapproved health products and reinforce strict regulatory enforcement against illegal imports in Thailand.

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